Help Me Obtain Legal Support to Resolve a Serious Workplace Situation

Hello everyone,

My name is Felipe Borges. I am Portuguese and currently live in the Netherlands, where I work at a hotel in Amsterdam.

I never imagined that I would reach a point where I would need to ask other people for financial help. I have always tried to work hard, fulfil my responsibilities and resolve my problems in the right way. However, I am currently facing a very difficult situation at work and I need legal support to help protect my rights.

What is happening to me?

For several months, my situation at work has become increasingly difficult. Since March 2026, I have been dealing with a very heavy workload and I asked management several times for help, but the situation did not improve.

During this period, I also experienced situations that I consider abusive, intimidating and involving harassment by a supervisor.

Among the incidents I reported to the company were behaviours by the supervisor that made me feel constantly watched, pressured and intimidated, including comments that I considered humiliating and inappropriate.

There were also situations where I felt followed and pressured while at work, as well as situations related to my breaks, which made me feel that I was constantly being monitored.

On 13 August 2026, after another conflict with my supervisor, I submitted a formal complaint to the Human Resources department.

I expected the company to investigate the situation and help me resolve the problem.

Unfortunately, after I made my complaint, the situation became even more difficult.

Pressure to End My Employment Contract

Instead of feeling that I was receiving protection and support to resolve the problems I had reported, I also began to experience pressure related to ending my employment contract.

The company presented me with a proposal to terminate my employment.

I do not consider the terms offered to be in my best interests, and therefore I have not signed the agreement.

I do not want to make such an important decision without first receiving independent legal advice. I want a lawyer who specialises in employment law in the Netherlands to review the proposal and explain my rights to me, as well as the possible consequences of signing any agreement.

For this reason, I have not signed the termination agreement.

My employment contract is currently valid until 31 August 2027.

The Impact on My Health

This entire situation has had a very serious impact on my health.

I began experiencing severe anxiety and panic attacks, difficulty sleeping, frequent crying, difficulty concentrating, severe mental exhaustion and constant fear.

I have also experienced physical symptoms during periods of intense anxiety, including:

• trembling in my hands and legs;
• tingling sensations in my hands and legs;
• a strong sensation of heat even when it is cold;
• a racing heartbeat;
• dizziness;
• blurred vision;
• chest pain;
• and a very strong fear of dying.

These symptoms have been extremely frightening and have deeply affected my daily life.

Because of this situation, I sought medical help.

My GP started treatment and, as my symptoms became worse, my medication had to be adjusted. I have also sought psychological support and am currently waiting for the clinic's assessment.

I am currently receiving support from my GP and occupational health services.

I Am Trying to Resolve Everything Properly

Despite everything that has happened, I am continuing to cooperate with the company and follow the instructions I am given.

I have kept records of the incidents and have emails, WhatsApp messages, voice messages and other communications related to the situation.

I am also keeping my medical documents and communications related to occupational health.

I want to resolve this situation in a legal and responsible way, without making rushed decisions that could negatively affect my future.

Why Do I Need a Lawyer?

At this moment, I need legal advice and, if necessary, legal representation from someone specialising in employment law in the Netherlands.

I need someone who can review:

• my employment contract;
• the complaint I submitted to the company;
• the incidents involving my supervisor;
• communications with the Human Resources department;
• occupational health documents;
• the proposal presented by the company to terminate my employment;
• and the appropriate steps I should take to protect my rights.

The estimated cost of obtaining this legal support is approximately €4,000.

Unfortunately, I currently do not have the financial means to pay this amount.

This Is Why I Am Asking for Your Help

I am creating this campaign because I need help to get through this situation with professional legal support.

My goal is to raise €4,000 to cover legal costs.

Any contribution, no matter how small, could make a huge difference to me.

If you are unable to contribute financially, sharing this campaign with other people would also be a great help.

I am not asking for money for luxury or personal expenses. The purpose of this campaign is to obtain legal assistance so that I can understand my rights, have my situation properly assessed and deal with my employer in an appropriate and lawful way.

Transparency

I have documents and records related to this situation, and I intend to keep the people who support me informed about the progress of my case, while naturally respecting my privacy and legal limitations.

If the amount raised is greater than what is needed for legal costs, I will explain publicly how the remaining funds will be used.

If you are able to help, I will be sincerely grateful.

If you cannot contribute, please consider sharing this campaign. A simple share could help this message reach the right person.

I am going through a very difficult period in my life, and right now what I need most is access to professional support so that I can protect my rights and hopefully regain some peace and stability.

Thank you very much for taking the time to read my story and for any help you may be able to offer.

Felipe Borges